Pediatric Chiropractor in Waukee, IA
At True Life Wellness, we believe every child deserves a healthy, balanced start in life. Dr. Tyler Molstre provides gentle, precise pediatric chiropractic care for infants, children, and teens from Waukee, Clive, and West Des Moines, using a Gonstead-based approach adapted to each child’s age, size, and stage of development. Dr. Tyler especially enjoys caring for children and has adjusted babies as young as one hour old.
Why Parents Choose Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Children go through tremendous growth. From the birth process to learning to crawl and walk, carrying backpacks, playing sports, and spending time on screens, a child’s developing spine and nervous system experience a lot of stress. Pediatric chiropractic care uses gentle, non-invasive adjustments to address areas of the spine that are not moving or aligning properly, supporting comfort, mobility, and healthy development in a safe, natural way.
Parents in the Waukee area commonly bring their children in to help with:
- Recovery from the physical stress of birth
- Recovering from bumps, falls, and sports injuries
- Sleep and comfort concerns
- Digestive discomfort and colic-related fussiness
- Mobility, posture, and spinal alignment
- Overall wellness and nervous system function as children grow
Our care is gentle, precise, and customized for every child. Adjustments for children are much softer than those for adults, often involving light fingertip pressure.
Gentle Gonstead Care for Kids
Dr. Tyler uses the Gonstead technique, a very thorough and specific approach to chiropractic that is gentle and safe for people of any age. Rather than adjusting the whole spine, Gonstead care identifies the specific areas that need attention and adjusts only those areas. For children, that precision means the lightest touch necessary, focused exactly where it is needed.
Common Pediatric Concerns We See
Infants and Toddlers
- Recovery after a difficult or assisted birth
- Colic and excessive crying
- Latching and nursing difficulties
- Torticollis and head-turning preference
- Digestive discomfort and reflux
- Sleep disturbances
School-Aged Children
- Headaches
- Growing pains
- Posture and spinal alignment concerns, including backpack strain
- Bumps and falls from play and early sports
- Ear and sinus concerns, as part of a coordinated wellness plan
Teens and Young Athletes
- Sports injuries and overuse strains
- Scoliosis evaluation and monitoring
- Tech neck and postural stress from phones and laptops
- Headaches, neck pain, and back pain
We work in partnership with your child’s pediatrician or primary care provider as needed to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care.
Scoliosis Screening for Growing Kids
Growth spurts are when scoliosis curves are most likely to appear or change. If you have noticed uneven shoulders or hips, or a school screening has flagged a possible curve, Dr. Tyler can perform a thorough evaluation, including full spine X-rays in our office when clinically appropriate, and coordinate with your child’s doctor or a specialist when needed. Learn more on our scoliosis page.
What to Expect at Your Child’s Visit
We know visiting a new healthcare provider can be a big step for children and parents. That’s why we take the time to make your child feel safe, supported, and comfortable.
Your child’s first visit includes:
- Health History and Parent Consultation: We discuss birth history, development, and any health concerns.
- Gentle Examination: Checking alignment, reflexes, posture, and mobility.
- Safe, Age-Appropriate Adjustments: If needed, your child receives a gentle adjustment using soft, specific techniques.
- Care Plan and Parental Guidance: You receive clear recommendations and home care guidance to support your child’s ongoing wellness.
Visits are short, calming, and even fun. We create a positive experience for your child at every stage. Learn more about getting started on our New Patients page.
Is Pediatric Chiropractic Care Safe?
Yes. Pediatric chiropractic care is very safe when performed by trained, experienced practitioners. At True Life Wellness, Dr. Tyler brings more than 20 years of experience and uses techniques tailored to the age and size of each child. We never use forceful adjustments on children, and adjustments for infants are often as light as a gentle fingertip touch.
Chiropractic Care for the Whole Family
Many parents begin care for their child and then bring in the rest of the family. We also provide prenatal and postnatal chiropractic care for expecting and new moms, and chiropractic care for adults with back pain, neck pain, sciatica, and more. See our full list of services.
Testimonials From Happy Parents
We brought our newborn in for reflux and sleep issues, and within a few visits, the difference was amazing. So thankful! – Rachel M.
My son’s posture and neck pain from looking at screens all day has drastically improved. – Michael T.
Our daughter’s chronic ear infections have finally stopped thanks to the chiropractic care here. Highly recommend! – Stephanie R.
Read more stories on our testimonials page.
Pediatric Chiropractor Serving Waukee, Clive, and West Des Moines
Our office is located at 14225 University Avenue, at the junction of Waukee, Clive, and West Des Moines, and we are honored to care for children from throughout the western Des Moines metro, including Clive, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Grimes, Adel, Johnston, and neighboring areas.
Pediatric Chiropractic FAQs
At what age can a child see a chiropractor?
Children can receive chiropractic care at any age. Dr. Tyler has adjusted babies as young as one hour old, using very light pressure appropriate for an infant’s size and development.
How are adjustments different for children?
Pediatric adjustments are much gentler than adult adjustments. For infants and young children, they often involve light fingertip pressure focused on the specific area that needs care.
Is pediatric chiropractic care safe?
Yes. When performed by a trained, experienced chiropractor, pediatric chiropractic care is very safe. We never use forceful adjustments on children, and every visit is tailored to the child’s age and size.
Do you check children for scoliosis?
Yes. We provide scoliosis evaluations for children and teens, including postural screening and full spine X-rays in our office when clinically appropriate, and we coordinate with your child’s doctor or a specialist when needed.
Will you work with my child’s pediatrician?
Yes. We work in partnership with your child’s pediatrician or primary care provider as needed so your child receives comprehensive, coordinated care.
What happens at my child’s first visit?
The first visit includes a health history and parent consultation, a gentle exam of alignment, reflexes, posture, and mobility, an age-appropriate adjustment if needed, and a care plan with home care guidance.
Do you see children from Clive and West Des Moines?
Yes. Our office is on University Avenue at the junction of Waukee, Clive, and West Des Moines, and we care for children from all three communities and surrounding areas.
Schedule a Pediatric Chiropractic Visit Today
Give your child the gift of better health and wellness. Call True Life Wellness at (515) 225-2266 or request an appointment online to schedule your child’s visit with Dr. Tyler.